Cache County Council Regular Meeting – 07-28-2026

The Cache County Council held a regular meeting on July 28, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. Key topics included updates on an interlocal agreement with the Bear River Health Department concerning delegated public health responsibilities, and a request to approve a change in scope for a $25,000 grant awarded to the county fairgrounds for suicide and mental health awareness programs. The council approved the scope change to support a suicide prevention training event. Economic development was reviewed, highlighting funding allocations for airport improvements, small business support, and a business innovation center. The council also set public hearings for multiple 2026 capital improvement projects related to road and safety improvements in various cities. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the fifth amendment to the 2026 county budget, which included removing a fuel canopy project, adjusting fixed guideway tax revenue estimates, reallocating funds for airport and road projects, and authorizing expenditures for sheriff's equipment and a parking lot project. The council approved the budget amendment with no tax increase. Additionally, appointments were made to a recreation center feasibility study committee, and the council discussed the formation and funding of a new fire district, including tax implications and board appointments. The meeting concluded with acceptance of the 2025 external audit report, which showed no significant findings or deficiencies.